Oct 27, 2023 | Healthy Families
By Alison Kopelman, M.D., I.B.C.L.C., F.A.A.P., F.M.A.A.P How long is my child contagious? This is a question frequently asked by doctors, families, and daycare providers alike. Here’s the answer – for most illnesses, we don’t know because there is no definitive...
Oct 27, 2023 | Healthy Families
By Meagan Sprague, Resource Family Program Manager at Adoptive and Foster Families of Maine The holidays are fast approaching and as exciting as they can be for most, they can also bring up many emotions, especially for a child in care. Holidays are a time for...
Oct 27, 2023 | Healthy Families
During the holiday season, many people do not want their thoughts to stray to anything unpleasant. Although celebrating may be the primary goal come the holiday season, individuals and families also should devote some attention to keeping the holidays safe. Just...